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  • portraits
  • 2025 Chicago Fall Mini Sessions
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Cake Smash Sessions: Celebrating the Big ONE in the Sweetest Way

Andre Avanessian September 21, 2025

Cute decor and an adorable outfit? ✔️

Frosting on the face? ✔️

Memories to last a lifetime? ✔️✔️

Turning ONE is such a huge milestone—for both your little one and for you as parents. After all, it’s been a year of growth, learning, and countless unforgettable moments. What better way to celebrate than with balloons, cake, and a little bit of messy fun?

Cake smash sessions are all about capturing the joy of this special stage. From frosting-covered smiles to tiny hands reaching into their very first birthday cake, every detail tells a story worth remembering. These sessions aren’t just about the photos—they’re about freezing the pure laughter, curiosity, and sweetness that come with turning one.

Our goal is to make your baby’s session as memorable as possible. We’ll help design a setup that reflects your vision, whether you want something simple and sweet or bold and colorful. All you need to do is bring your little one—and let them dive into their cake with zero regrets!

If your little one’s first birthday is coming up, now’s the perfect time to plan their cake smash. It’s a celebration, a keepsake, and an experience you’ll cherish forever.

📸 Ready to plan your LO’s cake smash? Let’s make it one to remember!

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Wild One!- Chicago Cake Smash

Alyssa Govea June 12, 2021

Celebrate your LO’s first birthday with a cake smash! A cake smash is a great alternative to regular one year old photos- it’s a lot more fun as your LO gets a special set just for them and a cake to smash. It also makes for some great memories and even some laughs! We offer a few different packages for our cake smashes; we can help you pick out the best option. You will be able to pick out a theme for the photoshoot and the cake and set will follow that. After the session is complete and photos are edited, you will have access to a personalized photo gallery with high resolution images for download and purchase. For more information, click here. Or contact us to set up your appointment or with any questions.

In Studio Portraits, babies, toddler, cake smash, Children's Photography, Kids, Pets, Dogs, Location Shoot Tags the kidographer chicago, chicago kids photography, chicago kids photographer, kids photography, kids photographer, chicago cake smash, cake smash, birthday photographer, first birthday photography, chicago birthday photoshoot
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Time to Celebrate the First Year!- Chicago First Birthday Cake Smash Photography

Alyssa Govea May 29, 2021

It’s that time for your LO to turn one! Make it extra special by planning a cake smash! Create adorable and fun moments on a cute birthday set up made just for your LO, and let them smash away at their birthday cake! Our team works with you to pick out the perfect option for you and your family. We love making your set look amazing, as well as taking breathtaking photos of your birthday boy or girl! For more information check out our cake smash page here. Contact us with any questions and to set up your photo session.

In Studio Portraits, babies, toddler, cake smash, Children's Photography, Kids, Pets, Dogs, Family Photography Tags the kidographer chicago, chicago birthday photoshoot, first birthday photography, birthday photographer, baby photography chicago, chicago portrait studio, chicago cake smash, cake smash, chicago children's photographer, chicago kids photography, chicago kids photographer, kids photography, kids photographer
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Happy Birthday Little One!- Chicago First Birthday Cake Smash Photography

Alyssa Govea May 22, 2021

Looking to celebrate your LO’s first birthday? Do it with a bang! Or in this case, a cake smash! Cake smashes are an adorable way to do something big, fun, and memorable for this milestone birthday. We offer a few different package options, so you can choose the one that works for you and your family. You can expect a cute birthday set up, a cake to smash, and an online gallery of your high resolution photos once they’re available. For more information, click here, or contact us with any questions.

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Make a Special Birthday a Little Sweeter- Chicago Photographer

Alyssa Govea April 30, 2021

Got a special birthday coming up? Put the icing on the cake with a fun birthday shoot! Whether it's a 5th, 10th, 16th, or 18th birthday we'll help to make it extra amazing. Dress up, bring friends, stay in the studio, or have some fun outside, it's up to you. Contact us for more information and with any questions!

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